Kudos to Dave Parnell for stepping up to run the Sun Valley Open on September 8th and 9th, 2007.

Sun Valley is a fun course, and it's great to have another PDGA and SoCal Series event in San Diego County.

It'll probably fill up fast, so get those entry forms (http://sandiegoaces.com/images/pdfs/svso_flier_main_2007.pdf) in as soon as you decide you want to play this tourney.

Thanks Dave! :)

FYI, at the top of the entry form it indicates the tournament is on the 8th and 9th, but the schedule on the entry form says the 1st and 2nd. They might need to clarify that?

Good afternoon,

I emailed Parnell to adjust the Flyer. The dates of the event are the 8th & 9th. For anyone that has already printed the flyer, just make note that under the Schedule it should say Saturday the 8th and Sunday the 9th.

I would encourage everyone to sign up early. I have a feeling this event will fill up quickly.

Richard

Sorry folks
Here is the updated link:
ENTRY FORM (correct) (http://sandiegoaces.com/images/pdfs/svso_flier_main_2007.pdf?000)

Please use this link or return to SVO page (http://sandiegoaces.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=22) and click the sign-up link to get the correct SVO Flier (http://sandiegoaces.com/images/pdfs/svso_flier_main_2007.pdf?000)

P.S.

Richard Hockaday is the very capable Co-TD for the event.
Thanks Franchise!

Thanks Dave !!!!!

I'll print extra entry forms !!!!

http://sandiegoaces.com/images/pdfs/svso_flier_main_2007.pdf?000

Let me know where I can be of any assistance for this Inaugural San Diego Event !!!!

180 available positions. Fill up :p

Send those entries in early! I don't want anyone to be left out.

So far , I have personally , handed 65 entry forms to different players ranging from novice/recreational to Pro/Open players.

I still have some available with me and I left a small stack at the Morley Field Pro shop. You will have to ask for the Sun Valley Tournament Entry Form from the Shop if you don't see me there at the time.

Thanks in advance ,

Donny Olow

Don't forget to sign up early! The entries are already coming in.

Here is the latest SVO FLYER (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/images/pdfs/svso_flier_main_2007.pdf?000)

Richard

Another 9 people signed up for the SVO. :cool:

It's only May and entries are off to a good start.

If you want to get your entry in please download from sandiegoaces.com, as the SoCal site is not yet updated with the latest flier (schedule, and fill in for PDGA and/or Socal number).

I'll have forms at the monthly this weekend.

Looking good Dave !!!!!

http://www.pdga.com/tournament/tournament_results.php?TournID=6931

The entries are starting to come in! Make sure you get signed up early. I don't want anyone to be left out!

If you are interested in helping out with sponsorship or volunteering during the SVO, please let me know.

Richard

Good luck to everyone playing in the Spring Fling. When you are done come and check out Tournament Central for the 2007 Sun Valley Open.
Sun Valley Open TC (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen)

As thing progress, we will be adding updates on prizes, & other information to the TC page.

I must say - that is one of the best tournament web sites I have seen!! You guys are doing great!!! Look for Team Rizbee entries next week.

I will be signing up after the Fling XI at Chavez Ridge. I want to see how I do in INT the next two tourneys before I sign up to make sure that's the division I want to play in. If it's filling up before then, let me know.

The innColor disc for this event are Sold Out. You can get the latest entry form from SoCal or our website.

We apologize to all those who would have grabbed one, and thanks to those who did.

SVO preview at July Monthly

Sun Valley July Monthly (http://sandiegoaces.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=43&func=view &id=25&catid=2)

Is there any hidden territory you are using to make 18 holes? I just can't picture 18 in there without envisioning the "Morley Mess" of 15-16-18-19.

I know you wouldn't do that to us. :) Please help me picture the 18 hole layout. TIA.

All the pictures are on the tourney page.

Fortunately, you don't have to picture it, you can come out in July and see it for yourself. Every single hole was carefully evaluted with consideration to:
1. Risk
2. Playability
3. Challenge/Fun

So, we are not going to "do" anything to anyone, other than try to make sure they have a good time. There are no crossing fairways, and only 1 semi-goofy walk between tees.

A couple areas will require the same proximity caution that Disc Golfers are used to and have seen at other SoCal courses. All in all once you step on the course the only thing you will really need to worry about is scoring.

Having said that, based on the monthy-run there is certainly room to be flexible and even scale things back and still meet the PDGA requirements.

So get ready to take yer lumps.

Just asking, but tone is difficult to convey on here. :)

Can't make the monthly as I'll be on my way back from a week in Tahoe that weekend. I'll look for pics of the layout on your website.

No worries, I hope I didn't sound LOUD!

It was a fair question, and it is important for people to know we are not going to put them in a bad situation simply for the sake of playing a few holes.

The biggest concerns I have are a semi-shared fairway similar to 5&6 at morley or 11&15&16 at HB, and another area that feels exposed like tees 7&17 at HB. Players seem to manage those ok, so I think (hope) we will be fine.


Not trying to bash any of the courses, we simply used them as models to figure out what disc golfers are reasonably used to.

Click the "view" links next to any hole on the tourney page.
Tournament Central (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/)

Dave, those are some sweet prizes you got there for the tourney. I gotta get me one of those Dead Head dyed discs. Sounds like it's gonna be big. Can't wait!!!!

Morley 5/6 isn't too bad at all. :) If that's the worst you have to deal with fitting 18 holes in at SV, then it will be pretty sweet. That's great news.

Sun Valley is busy doing prep work for your event: tee pads, pathways, trimming, all sorts of landscaping.

Ditch Witch gets a rest
http://aycu04.webshots.com/image/17203/2002776032196469342_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002776032196469342)

Par 4 #11 (the-lump-maker) under construction
http://aycu23.webshots.com/image/17102/2002700256718124826_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002700256718124826)

new tee box underway for #16 (regular 8).
http://aycu38.webshots.com/image/18197/2002748383702805688_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002748383702805688)

Dave, I played sun valley on sunday 3 rounds, and I saw all kinds of things going on as far as the SVO setup was concerned. It's nice to see the course cares about this event. Keep up the good work!

Dave, those are some sweet prizes you got there for the tourney. I gotta get me one of those Dead Head dyed discs. Sounds like it's gonna be big. Can't wait!!!!



No worries AJ . I'll donate some more and if you don't happen to win one in the players pack , raffle or prizes..................................come see me !!!!
I have more really cool plastic from my collection I'm donating for this tournament !!!!! I'm trying to do my Best to make this a Awesome Payout for Both Pro's and Am's alike !!!!! Really Cool stuff , no junk !!!!!! :D

P.S. - If we get enough money added to the purse .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. ....................................it is possible to make this a " B " - Tier Event !!!!!!!! I'm working really hard with some Key Sponsors to make this happen !!!!!!!! Stay Tuned !!!!!

Parnell and I will be reviewing the Tier Status this week. If the B tier is possible look for the change!

If you haven't signed up yet, I would encourage you to do so. The Am side is filling up!

Richard

Thanks again Donny for all your support of the Sun Valley Open! Keep bringing in those sponsors!

Richard

The Sun Valley Open is approuching fast! I would encourage everyone to get signed up early.

Mark your calanders, at the next Sun Valley Monthly on the 14th of July, we will be playing the SVO layout!!!! So if you want a sneak peak, this will be your chance.

Richard

Thanks Dave and Richard for the Walk and throw through this morning.

Now I have a good Idea of what to expect and what to say to the other players.

To me , the course plays Fair. Hard , but Fair.

You have to think about each shot being thrown , from accurate driving to skillful approach , to accurate putting !!!!!!

You honestly have to pay close attention to your drives and approaches , otherwise it will definitely put pressure on your putting game !!!!!!

This is Not your typical Run and Gun course and the afternoon wind will add another dimension !!!!!!

Don't forget the Sun Valley Monthly will be held on the 14th. We will be playing the Sun Valley Open layout. This is your chance for a sneak peak. If you plan on playing in the SVO, you want to make the monthly.

See everyone there,

Richard

Calling all volunteers...

Please help with the monthly. If you have a basket please bring it.

Also, please help with setup or take-down if you can. Mainly, we just need to put the baskets out, and then collect them again.

Thanks for you help! The monthly will help us make your final event that much better.

Per our SVO meeting this past weekend, we came away feeling very good, and maybe even surprised, about what the event will be offering this year.

We have been fortunate, thanks to the hard work and dedication of our membership, and as a result...

You will not want to miss out on the SVO!


Look for more updates in the coming days.

If a Skillshot will do I think I can bring AJ's. Trying to decide if I can use the monthly to loosen up my arm before the TdR...

If a Skillshot will do I think I can bring AJ's. Trying to decide if I can use the monthly to loosen up my arm before the TdR...



Yep, a Skillshot may do. The plan is to first fill in the temp holes with as many "metallic" baskets as we can, and then use all other best options. The main goal is provide everyone an opportunity to get familiar with the layout, and of course have fun, ergo SkillShots are welcome.

For the SVO we will not need people to bring in baskets.

As for being a good TDR warmup...yeah probably, maybe use it as the TDR valve check.

:cool:

Are carts available? If so, how much are they? Do we share like at EIEIO?

No carts - Sun Valley is a great place to play but it does not have amenities equal to EI.

No carts - Sun Valley is a great place to play but it does not have amenities equal to EI.



No Carts , true , but Sun Valley serves Lunch !!!! Hot or Cold Sandwiches , Hot or Cold Drinks !!!!!! You don't have to leave the course to eat !!!!!! :D

I do miss the Sandwiches at EL .

No carts - Sun Valley is a great place to play but it does not have amenities equal to EI.



Amenities??? I don't recall seeing a hot tub or bidet at either location.

Sun Valley is Disc Golf size, so they do not need or use carts. The walk will have elevation changes, so a hand cart could be nice or a burden.

Bill Richards, bless his sturdiness, plays there almost every day now and he cruises along fine.

No carts - Sun Valley is a great place to play but it does not have amenities equal to EI.



Amenities??? I don't recall seeing a hot tub or bidet at either location.


True, there is no hot tub or bidet at Emerald Isle, but during my round on Sunday I was able to purchase a hot dog from the snack stand at the 7th tee, and then use the restroom adjacent to the 11th hole. (TMI?) Those qualify as amenities, based on my rather low standards. :D

True, there is no hot tub or bidet at Emerald Isle, but during my round on Sunday I was able to purchase a hot dog from the snack stand at the 7th tee, and then use the restroom adjacent to the 11th hole. (TMI?) Those qualify as amenities, based on my rather low standards. :D



Both courses offer gender separate indoor bathrooms. SV offers hot dogs, hamburgers, and at least 8 different hand-made-to-order sandwiches (watch'em use the deli meat slicer), in addition to snacks, ice creams, and a variety of fountain or bottled drinks, and those items are "always" available.

EI is bigger, prettier, and they have carts, but SV certainly has your defined amenities.

We are lucky that all three courses in SD county have shops with discs, drinks and food, plus bathrooms not port-o-potties.

True, true.

I like this little debate. Amenities are one thing, but as nice of a course as both courses are, the one thing that keeps me going to SV is cost. I like to play 2 or 3 rounds when I play, and at EI that can cost you $20 bucks or more whereas at SV it only costs you $3. As much as I play, I would love to play EI more but can't afford to spend $10 bucks in gas and $5-8 in greens fees each time. More than likely though, Morley will always be my favorite because it is where I learned the game and the primary location where I refine it. All 3 courses in SD are awesome and offer their own advantages, and I look forward to helping install the fourth!

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that thanks to the hard work, dedication, and generosity of our sponsors and membership, we are pleased to announce that the 2007 Sun Valley Open has attained "B-tier" sanctioning status.

You can confirm tier status and registrations here:
registrations (http://www.pdga.com/tournament/tournament_results.php?TournID=6931)

Our tournament page has been updated as well:
Tournament Central (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/)

We have been very fortunate this year, so please check out the tournament page to see what the event has to offer.

I am happy that the payouts went up, but the entry fees didn't!

Thanks:
Donny,
Richard, SV,
Ape Wear Custom Embroidery
Kangaroo Kreations
Johnny B's Burgers & Brew
Joe Graham #4064
Holeman Surf Design
Steven "Hyzer" Hines #23876
Circle Catering Inc.
Donny Olow #2656
Big "D" #25509
huk lab
Johnny B's Burgers & Brew
Discovering the World
RAH Disc Golf
Stroh Family Disc Golf
Wylot Construction
San Diego Aces DGC
www.innovadiscs.com (http://www.innovadiscs.com)
Mountain Mike's Pizza
anyone, I may not yet have mentioned.

Innova Rocks!

We received the tournament disc today! Photo on tourney page.

I hope you guys enjoy the monthly, it will help us (staff) get ready for the main event; which is looking bright thus far.

We have another Sponsor !!!

http://emeraldislegolf.net/DiscGolf.html

Thank You Very Much Skip Winship !!!!

Donny Olow

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that thanks to the hard work, dedication, and generosity of our sponsors and membership, we are pleased to announce that the 2007 Sun Valley Open has attained "B-tier" sanctioning status.

You can confirm tier status and registrations here:
registrations (http://www.pdga.com/tournament/tournament_results.php?TournID=6931)

Our tournament page has been updated as well:
Tournament Central (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/)

We have been very fortunate this year, so please check out the tournament page to see what the event has to offer.

I am happy that the payouts went up, but the entry fees didn't!

Thanks:
Donny,
Richard, SV,
Ape Wear Custom Embroidery
Kangaroo Kreations
Johnny B's Burgers & Brew
Joe Graham #4064
Holeman Surf Design
Steven "Hyzer" Hines #23876
Circle Catering Inc.
Donny Olow #2656
Big "D" #25509
huk lab
Johnny B's Burgers & Brew
Discovering the World
RAH Disc Golf
Stroh Family Disc Golf
Wylot Construction
San Diego Aces DGC
www.innovadiscs.com (http://www.innovadiscs.com)
Mountain Mike's Pizza
anyone, I may not yet have mentioned.



Thanks Dave !!!!! :D

I'm proud to be part of this Inaugural Event !!!!!!!!

It's Good for the Players in SoCal.

It's Good for the San Diego Ace's Disc Golf Association.

It's Great for the City of La Mesa and San Diego in general.

Yes ,

"B-tier" sanctioning status.

My Best for a Successful , Outstanding Event !!!!!!!

I hope we have 180 total players !!!!!!

For those who have not Registered yet ,

THERE IS STILL TIME, BUT DO IT NOW AND DON'T BE LEFT OUT !!!!!!!!


http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/

Donny Olow :D

Am registrations are more than 50% full.

As always, it will be first come first serve. If you want "your" division to be large, tell your buddies (or rivals) to hurry!

Don't miss out!

I'm in...

I'm in...



North County's finest! Glad you're in!

Now if we can just get some legendary "snap" from the south county. Ancient disc golfers foretold of "the one they will call Gomez!"

I'm in! Mailed my entry to Dave yesterday. So the big question is, WHO will take my money? Laurie or Lil Crusher??? :D;) :eek: :) :cool:

I realize none of us will win CASH, but you know what I mean.....

Is Megan the lil crusher???

I'm in...



North County's finest! Glad you're in!

Now if we can just get some legendary "snap" from the south county. Ancient disc golfers foretold of "the one they will call Gomez!"



Hey Dave, is there a course map/tournament layout available for those who weren't able to play the layout in the monthly? Just want a general feel for the flow. I saw the pics online, those are cool, but I like seeing the aerial view.

Hey Dave, is there a course map/tournament layout available for those who weren't able to play the layout in the monthly? Just want a general feel for the flow. I saw the pics online, those are cool, but I like seeing the aerial view.



Yep, on Tournament Central (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/) page, the Course Information has a course map (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/course_map_07.html) link.

Is Megan the lil crusher???



Yeppers :D

The SVO is creeping up quickly, and people are probably wanting to start making arrangements for a place to stay.

The tourney website has a few motels close to the course. But the beach or Downtown aren't very far either.

SD locals usually travel up to L.A., so we know those little cost savers can help. If anyone can offer a room, camp yard, or couch let some of your traveling buddies know.

I live in a small apt, with a small L-couch if someone doesn't mind sleeping sitting up! /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

KGB Sky Show is also on the Saturday night of the tournament. Prolly just the best fireworks show there is anywhere, period.

Unfortunately you will have to sit through the second half of an SDSU Aztec loss to 1-AA Portland State in football, but it's worth it. :)

KGB Sky Show is also on the Saturday night of the tournament. Prolly just the best fireworks show there is anywhere, period.

Unfortunately you will have to sit through the second half of an SDSU Aztec loss to 1-AA Portland State in football, but it's worth it. :)



Rhett,

Nice to see you back on the board and posting! I just wanted to say thanks for stepping up and sponsoring a hole at the Sun Valley Open!

There is also camping available at Santee Lakes that is about 15 minutes from the course. I am not sure of the cost, but it is an option.

Richard

KGB Sky Show is also on the Saturday night of the tournament. Prolly just the best fireworks show there is anywhere, period.

Unfortunately you will have to sit through the second half of an SDSU Aztec loss to 1-AA Portland State in football, but it's worth it. :)



Aztecs are going to win that game!

Aztecs are going to win that game!



I don't know about that one, Gomez. I'm going to wear green and promote my alma mater PSU...
May the best team win. :)

Sorry Rhett
I think your off by ~2 weeks. The SDSU / PSU game is on the 22nd.

Sorry Rhett
I think your off by ~2 weeks. The SDSU / PSU game is on the 22nd.


What the heck??? Why was I thinking it was the 22nd and 23rd??? :o

Thanks for the update, I needed it. Sheesh. It stinks getting old... :D

BTW, Portland State hired Jerry Glanville as their head coach. I'm worried about for my Aztecs.

Good afternoon,

This is just a reminder that the 2007 Sun Valley Open (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/) in La Mesa CA is scheduled for September 8th and 9th. This is a two day B-tier event for all divisions. The Sun Valley Open will feature B-tier payouts at a C-tier price!

Some highlights include;

$600 minimum payout to Mens Pro Open
Over $2000 added to the Pro Purse
Over 200% payback for AMS
Players Pack for AMS
CTP's
$100 for first hole in one (ACE)
Custom Jewelry for the woman's divisions
Outstanding Raffle Prizes
and more

This is an event you do not want to miss! Check out the 2007 Sun Valley Open (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen/) tournament website for additional information. I look forward to seeing everyone at the event.

Richard
Co-TD of the SVO

Updated:

Registration
Tournament Central
- Driving Directions (I-8 EAST from I-5/I-805)
- Course Map (hole 3)

Thinking about running another monthly on a Sunday this month to give people another shot at previewing the course/layout.

I think we will have the baskets so we won't need as much help there.

It appears that either 8/12 or 8/19 might be doable, leaning toward 8/19 considering worlds competition.

Any interest out there in seeing another SVO-style monthly happen?

Absolutely. My vote is for 8/19.

My vote is for 8/12. I will be out of town on 8/19.

I think a true monthly (as in every month) would be a great idea for Sun Valley. This would encourage some of the AM's to compete more often.

8/12 will work for me.

8/19 I'll be here : http://pdga.com/tournament/tournament_results.php?TournID=7101

Donny Olow

I can play on 8/12 if it is easier for my fellow disc golfers. It just gives less time to spread the word and help turnout. If it were 8/19, i'd be in SD all week and i'd be able to help out. Good luck to the Aces playing in the SF Safari that week.

Considering the SF Safari and Vegas both on 18-19, It appears that next Sun would be best.

All monthly division prices will also be lower. Start spreading the word. It's on!

DATE: Sun 8/12
START: 9am
FORMAT: 2 x 18
LAYOUT: Sun Valley Open design

Lunch TBD, we may skip to let you get home earlier.

This will be the last chance to play the SVO layout before the 2007 Sun Valley Open! I hope to see everyone there.

Richard

Sun Valley will again be putting on the Buffet Lunch during the monthly!

DATE: Sun 8/12
START: 9am
FORMAT: 2 x 18
LAYOUT: Sun Valley Open design

Thanks to everyone who came out yesterday, and last month, to play the monthly (SVO setup). It provided a lot of great feedback that will help ensure a terrific main event come September.

A little fine tuning and we'll be good to go! Thanks!

That said, congratulations to the divisional winners yesterday, who managed to hang on and "out last" the course and competition on a Toasty Sunday afternoon.

Results are posted at www.sandiegoaces.com (http://www.sandiegoaces.com)

We had our first Sun Valley Monthly ACE!

Gil banged #15 from the short tee (downhill heading toward maintenance & baseball field).

Even from the short tee, it's a challenging shot to throw down the tree-lined fairway to a downhill pin. I think it is interesting because you can't throw "downhill" at the pin. You need to throw straight with the right speed and distance; and as Pete Staats would say "nestle."

Great Shot Gil!

Will the course be set up on the Friday before the event?

Is SV crowded with regular golfers on Friday afternoon?

What will it cost to practice the Friday before (even if the baskets are not in place)?

Should I call ahead and book a tee time to be safe?

Great monthly, guys. The course plays tough. I shot a 59 the first round, which I wasn't that happy with nor was it super disappointing since I had never seen most of the holes. Then I felt like I was on fire for the first 17 holes of the second round, carding an "over the fence re-tee" OB 6 on the par-4 11 on my last hole, for a 53. Even though I'm far from the Worlds Best, an "on fire" "shoulda been" 51 shows that the course is pretty tough.

I was surprised that they got 18 holes in that li'l valley without any crossing fairways, and the three tees that are in danger from the previous holes' baskets have protection in place or soon to be in place. (2 has a net, 13 has a barrier wall that blows over that they are still working on, and 17 has a barrier wall.) So great job on the layout, guys!

There are tons of baskets on hillsides that I thought would be flukey, but they weren't very flukey for the 2 rounds I played them so that was good. I saw roll-a-ways on drives and upshots that didn't consider the slope when they hyzered into the hillside, but in my book that's a player issue about course management and makes the course better.

Will the course be set up on the Friday before the event?

Is SV crowded with regular golfers on Friday afternoon?

What will it cost to practice the Friday before (even if the baskets are not in place)?

Should I call ahead and book a tee time to be safe?




Yes, course will be available for practice Friday before event. SV will be closing the course to ball golfers Friday-afternoon thru Sunday. Exact time on Friday TBD, but I'm guessing it will be available after 3 or 4pm. I'll try to get sooner, but it may be alot to ask for a 3-day closure to golfers.

Will only cost you about $3 greens fee.

I would encourage calls to Sun Valley letting them know you are interested in playing disc golf at their course, especially for the event. It could help inspire them--and they are already pretty inspired!

Great monthly, guys. The course plays tough. I shot a 59 the first round, which I wasn't that happy with nor was it super disappointing since I had never seen most of the holes. Then I felt like I was on fire for the first 17 holes of the second round, carding an "over the fence re-tee" OB 6 on the par-4 11 on my last hole, for a 53. Even though I'm far from the Worlds Best, an "on fire" "shoulda been" 51 shows that the course is pretty tough.

I was surprised that they got 18 holes in that li'l valley without any crossing fairways, and the three tees that are in danger from the previous holes' baskets have protection in place or soon to be in place. (2 has a net, 13 has a barrier wall that blows over that they are still working on, and 17 has a barrier wall.) So great job on the layout, guys!

There are tons of baskets on hillsides that I thought would be flukey, but they weren't very flukey for the 2 rounds I played them so that was good. I saw roll-a-ways on drives and upshots that didn't consider the slope when they hyzered into the hillside, but in my book that's a player issue about course management and makes the course better.



Dang, you almost had it! Glad you enjoyed it!

Good luck during the SVO, especially now that you know what's lurking out there.

Good evening,

The final resuts and hole averages have been posted on the San Diego Aces (http://www.sandiegoaces.com) website.

Richard
2007 Sun Valley Open (http://www.sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen)

Franchise,

Thanks for getting the scores/stats out so quickly. Interesting results. We also had some pretty good scores from a couple people who had to leave early.

Cent shot 50 in Rd1 before he had to make it to Charger game.

Micah (and I) shot 49 in Rd1, but then we had a 2stroke penalty at the end. I let something really goofy happen...oh well.

Micah also had a previous engagement; which was too bad, it would have been fun to try and hold on to his ankle for another round, as well as battle with Cent. I'll consider myself lucky!

I shot a -5, but played ultra conservative with 5 holes to go(Ask Nichols /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif)...All I wanted to do that day was see the course, develop my strategy, get the <font color="yellow">#1 BAGTAG </font> , and get to the Charger game in time to drink a few beers and barbecue...But it would've been interesting if Micah and I were able to stay and battle it out with you...

There are tons of baskets on hillsides that I thought would be flukey, but they weren't very flukey for the 2 rounds I played them so that was good. I saw roll-a-ways on drives and upshots that didn't consider the slope when they hyzered into the hillside, but in my book that's a player issue about course management and makes the course better.


I guess I had your share of flukey hillside issues along with mine. I may be putting and throwing approaches with a blowfly in a few weeks...

Homan's Blowfly was rolling all over the place...Strange for a disc that usually just sits.

I keep trying to tell everyone that a stiffer disc gets better penetration!

I hope everyone enjoyed the course and I am looking forward to the 2007 Sun Valley Open (http://sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen)

I keep trying to tell everyone that a stiffer disc gets better penetration!

I hope everyone enjoyed the course and I am looking forward to the 2007 Sun Valley Open (http://sandiegoaces.com/sunvalleyopen)



I see we are up to 81 signed up so far !!!!!

I'll ask more folks to play this weekend if I can !!!!

Thanks Richard for your help ,

Donny Olow

The SVO mail in entry deadline is extended to <font color="red"> Saturday Sept 1. </font>

Entry's postmarked after that date will be "late." Any wait list will be determined by post mark date.

All the current entries will be posted by tomorrow. We will be running seperate flights of Pros and AM, so we still have some room for both.

Thanks to Innova, we now have <font color="purple"> InnColor Star DestroyersI</font> available for sale, featuring the #6 P.O.D.


p.s. the InnColor process is going bye-bye, so you get a first-&amp;-last run all at the same time! :)

Hey Dave, I sent you a PM, but not sure if you got it. Carlo is in Japan until Tuesday, and wants to sign up. So, if you can save him a spot he will finalize everything then. Let me know so I can contact him.

Thanks...

Good luck Penny.

Hey Dave, I sent you a PM, but not sure if you got it. Carlo is in Japan until Tuesday, and wants to sign up. So, if you can save him a spot he will finalize everything then. Let me know so I can contact him.

Thanks...



Thanks for the relay! We have room for Pros so no worry for Carlo. I am glad he could make it back in time.

It should be fun to see to who gets 1st, with you, Micah, Carlo, McIntee, and the up-in-coming sensation (besides gomez) Paul McBeth, plus a solid local Pro field.

Somebody gets to claim the largest MPO B-tier 1st place in CA 2007 thus far.

** disclaimer guy voice: no other spots were harmed in the making of this payout. **

Hey Dave, I sent you a PM, but not sure if you got it. Carlo is in Japan until Tuesday, and wants to sign up. So, if you can save him a spot he will finalize everything then. Let me know so I can contact him.

Thanks...



Thanks for the relay! We have room for Pros so no worry for Carlo. I am glad he could make it back in time.

It should be fun to see to who gets 1st, with you, Micah, Carlo, McIntee, and the up-in-coming sensation (besides gomez) Paul McBeth, plus a solid local Pro field.

Somebody gets to claim the largest MPO B-tier 1st place in CA 2007 thus far.

** disclaimer guy voice: no other spots were harmed in the making of this payout. **



No One should complain about the Cash Payout at this tournament !!!!!!

Including this Event Sponsor : Donny Olow :cool:

Will there be Champion Destroyers as raffle prizes?

[QUOTE]


Somebody gets to claim the largest MPO B-tier 1st place in CA 2007 thus far.

** disclaimer guy voice: no other spots were harmed in the making of this payout. **



** Christopher Walken voice: What part of "B-tier Payout" do you not understand Mr. Parnell? **

Hi,

The Sun Valley Open is just 1 week away, and it's been fun and challenging to get this far. A special thanks to all our current sponsors and players! We still have some room, mainly in the Pro divisions.

<u>AMs</u>
We are excited to see fairly deep Men's Am divisions; even some ladies in the house. Lots of good battles should shake out over the weekend, and there are lots of great prizes for the winners.

<u>PROs</u>
Hosting a bevy of talent in both the MPO and MPM divisions it will be tough to go "wire-to-wire" on the technical setup at Sun Valley. Fortunately, the winners will be rewarded, as we kick-in additional cash across all Pro divisions (weighted by div attendance)--so get on it!

<u>Sign Up Deadline</u>
Today is the last day to "mail" your entry in without being late. Cash/money order entries will still be accepted "in person" thru Wed night Sept 5. without being late.

All entries, from this point, may be subject to wait list--we'll try to work with you.
Anything after Wed....well you had 4 months, but you may still enter with cash &amp; late fee if there is room.

<u>Getting Signed-Up</u>
David will be at Sun Valley Sunday morning (tomorrow) or stopping by Morley Field Wed Sept. 5 after 6pm. Any questions contact David direct thru sandiegoaces.com or flier info.

We look forward to seeing you next week!

Hey Dave,

Since the Am division sign-ups vastly out-number the Pro division sign-ups, we'd be happy to receive more merch payout - weighted by division attendance, of course. :D

Hey Dave,

Since the Am division sign-ups vastly out-number the Pro division sign-ups, we'd be happy to receive more merch payout - weighted by division attendance, of course. :D



lol...you got plenty comin' to you.

...and maybe you'll get some prizes too! ;)

Good luck! nurse that leg...have A.J. do some rubs. hehe

Am Registration is closed. I will review the post marks of any entries already in the mail and move forward from there.

We still have room in the Pro divisions.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1327/1160286265_1534d3acf3_o.jpg


Am registration has closed and there's no Gomez. Perhaps someone turned him in?

Is there still a final 9 for the Pros? To be played after Ams 3rd round?

Is there still a final 9 for the Pros? To be played after Ams 3rd round?



Nope. We'll revisit that next year.

Thanks!

Can anyone help Jeffrey Roberts with a place to crash this weekend?

Please help if you can.

He is more than welcome to stay at my place in Ventura, but the 3 hour commute to the course might be a bit too much.

We still have room in the Pro divisions.



Hey Dave,

I talked to Carlo yesterday, and he was held up in Japan until today sometime. He said he can come pay you on Friday if that's cool...

Yep. Since you/he gave me a heads up prior It won't be a problem (no late fee).

Wow! I am excited for the weekend!

We created all the Am player paks &amp; prize paks last night...Whew!
We also did all the payout calculations for Pros &amp; Ams.

Utterly amazing!

Will be announced at event.

My only intention here is to share the news with you regarding
how lucky we have been to bring this event to you--and at this caliber.
This first year has been unbelievable, thanks largely to the
generosity of Sun Valley, local sponsors, and members.

***** AMNESTY ******
Our goal is not to turn folks away, but rather, properly manage their event.
That said, if anyone wants to get into a Pro Division we will forgo
the late fee since you would be paying more to play and we don't
need to worry about ppak.
Come out Friday at Sun Valley after 4pm or Early Sat. 7am'ish

Dave, D is not on the registration list. He gave you the $ on Sunday. I'm sure it's probably just a mistake, but I wanted to make sure you knew.

No worries, There are several folks not listed yet who are in. If we got their dough, they're good to go!

Sorry for any confusion.

Don't forget the course will be set-up and available for play after 4:00pm on Friday. I am planning on having all the baskets and teepads ready set up as early as possible. Please make sure to stop by the office and pay your greens fee!

If enough people are interested. I would be happy to do a random draw doubles starting at 5.

Richard

I posted the updated registration list. I think I added all the late comers. If I somehow missed your name, or misplaced you by division in the late shuffle--"my bad!"

You are still good to go--and with my apologies. The last push has been a little crazy.

That aside, below is an amended schedule for Saturday:

Saturday
Rnd 1 Pros: 8am (7:40am meeting)
Rnd 1 Ams: 10:30am approx (10am meeting)
Rnd 2 Pros following Ams (posted time est at HQ)

<u>Raffle</u>
We will mix brief raffles in both days. Some terrific goodies beyond what's on the web site.

Course is currently set up. Franchise got it up early!






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Course is currently set up. Franchise got it up early!






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HAHAHA! I wasn't until I saw your last remark. ;)

I got the scores up as well.

Thank You to all the competitors this weekend for coming out &amp; congrats to the winners!

My specials thanks to:

Richard Hockaday Co-TD: for doing an unbelievable job of supporting &amp; coordinating our daily activities and keeping the event running smooth.

Kristie Hockaday Desk/Admin: Incredible energy, friendliness, &amp; focus to keep Tourney Central on top of things.

Sarah: all forms of "last minute" help, support, &amp; TD hugs

Suzette &amp; Socal/Innova: Equipment, guidance, sponsorship, as well as, her attendance &amp; enjoyment of our event.

Apewear: making us all look good!

Sun Valley (Mary-Jane, Luke &amp; all staff) for the open arms they give us.

Hope everyone had a great time! Thanks for coming out.

I would also like to thank everyone who came out to enjoy the San Diego Aces first ever event! I believe the 2007 Sun Valley Open was a huge success.

Some additional thanks need to be extended to our 3 hole spotters, Jay, Don and Tommy.

Prelimenary scores and rattings have been posted!

Richard
Co-TD of the SVO
President of the SDA

Yes, a big thanks to Don &amp; Tommy Vincent, and Jay for selflessly spotting out in the sun.

Also want to thank:
Donny Olow:
Unbelievable support for us and the game of Disc Golf in San Diego, and anywhere it may be found.

Skip Winship:
Sponsoring this event in a big way and making the trip down from Oceanside to support.

The Mayor of La Mesa:
Who stopped by to "well wish" the event and enjoyed watching #13 dole out a few lumps; and being impressed by player skill.

Vitamin Water:
Keeping everyone hydrated.

The "dog yard" Family:
Making several trips to HQ to return "hacker" discs from their backyard.


We will let you know as soon as we have event photos available.

The "dog yard family" was great this weekend. During the last round a member of my group was having a bit of a game meltdown and yanked his favorite driver well over the fence. As my playing partner was muttering about his misfortune, Ms. "Dog Yard Family" emerged from the house, climbed down the hill to retreive his disc and happily returned it to him. I hope they recieved some sort of thank you gift - I'd contribute!

I had so much fun playing your new course! Had a blast all weekend and it ran very smoothly! THANK YOU to the sponsors as well.

Gotta thank the dog family for getting back my white cobra which dinged off the tree and kicked into their yard.

Special shout out to Donny Olow and Aaron Kirsch who hooked me up with a very nice host (Dave Butcher) with a kick [censored] house and awesome stories of training killer whales!

I went to Johnny B's both on Sat. and Sun. and their food, prices and service were fantastic!

All in all, it was a FANTASTIC weekend and I'm really glad I went!

CONGRATULATIONS to Brittany Breed who hit an ace on Hole #13 - our last hole of the tournament. All the ladies were fun to play with and there was absolutely NO DRAMA! woo hoo!

Lil_Crusher - Good job on beating me in round 3 after we were tied finishing round 2... I'll get you next time! :)

THANKS AGAIN TO ALL VOLUNTEERS FOR YOUR HARD WORK AND ON PUTTING ON A #1 RATED TOURNAMENT AND PAY OUT!! YOU GUYS RULE! I'll see you next year :)

:D

I had Fun !!!!!

Thanks Again !!!!! :D

Donny Olow

http://www.pdga.com/tournament/tournament_results.php?TournID=6931#Open

The "dog yard family" was great this weekend. During the last round a member of my group was having a bit of a game meltdown and yanked his favorite driver well over the fence. As my playing partner was muttering about his misfortune, Ms. "Dog Yard Family" emerged from the house, climbed down the hill to retreive his disc and happily returned it to him. I hope they recieved some sort of thank you gift - I'd contribute!



Yes the "Dog Yard" Family was taken care of. David and I gave their 3 kids, a bunch of mini's, ice creams, vitamin waters and a bunch of stickers. In all they retrieved and return 43 discs.

If they return more discs we will call you to find out what to do with it!

Richard

43 - and none were mine!!!!!!!!!! :D

Yes,

I would like to get a fruit basket or something to that family w/our thanks!

(do people still give fruit baskets?)

Tell us about your good or crazy shots of the weekend.

I watched Ryan Stroh in Rnd 3 on Hole #11 (Par 4) attempt his shot
around the Mandy tree. He appeared to be in decent position,
setting about 30ft below the Mandy and maybe a little to the right.

He went for the "righty" sidearm hyzer and threw it up the hill
hoping it would curve toward the basket after clearing the mandy.
Something must have happened when it got up in the wind, because
a moment later Ryan was slowly turning to his left, and shaking his
head with that "what the heck" disgust as he watched his disc
fly back down the hill and land behind him about 20 ft.

The murmur of "wow," passed thru the onlooking group.

Adam Colt, regular at Emerald Isle, threw his putter on 18. As it flew over the green, we could tell it was gonna be close.
Closer and closer it got, then... DING!!! Right off the cage.
Would've been a great ace, with the dropoff and all.
Not a total loss, he ended up with the CTP that round and the next.

It was a very fun event. The final round I laid up on at least three holes instead of going for it and I ended up shooting my best score of the weekend. I saw many, many players this weekend "go for it" and end up with bogies and worse. I am sure everyone can tell horror stories of fantastic looking putts and upshots that ended up rolling away from the basket to end up OB or in some other fairway.


On another note: I only saw one player take advantage of the OB rule options. I watched many, many players miss short putts on Hole 18 and roll up to 50 feet away OB. Most took their lie off the OB line many feet away instead of from the previous lie. There were other holes where knowing this rule could prevent extra strokes. Hole 6 and 13 are prime examples. You could be putting from above the basket and end up down hill 75 feet away in an OB sand trap or green. (On 13 you would also be behind a wall of trees and rough.) It is far easier to take the OB stroke and try the putt again from above than to take a stroke or two just to get near the basket for another putt.

... DING!!! Right off the cage.
Would've been a great ace, with the dropoff and all.



Would've been $100!!! Sounds like Brittany lucked out that he didn't get it first.

Turned out to be a perfect Ace setting though. Mary-Janes $100 ACE bounty about to go to waste, when Brit steps up on hole #13, last day, last round, last hole, last group on the course, and BANGs one right in front of Mary-Jane watching from the perch above 13!

MJ was so excited! She had never seen an Ace before!

It was cool to hear/see one of the ladies get to smack an Ace for a change. Way to go Brit!

I think the most interesting shot of the weekend for me was the one that Mitch threw from hole 18. It was coming right towards us and I saw it about 10 feet before it hit me and ducked it only to watch it hit Daniel in the face. Fortunately, the hat and glasses he was wearing took the brunt of the blow and aside from his face being red, Daniel was ok. It was crazy how many errant shots I saw with people going for it on 18. Good desicion not to move the pin!

I think the most interesting shot of the weekend for me was the one that Mitch threw from hole 18. It was coming right towards us and I saw it about 10 feet before it hit me and ducked it only to watch it hit Daniel in the face. Fortunately, the hat and glasses he was wearing took the brunt of the blow and aside from his face being red, Daniel was ok. It was crazy how many errant shots I saw with people going for it on 18. Good desicion not to move the pin!



Oww! I hope he yelled fooOOoore!

So was it a good decision due to the errant shots or because Daniel got hit??? :confused:

jk

I saw a perfect Anhyzer shot on hole 2. The first 3 people on the card tried various shots and all hit the trees or the fence. The fourth person on the card and I don't recall who it was stepped up and threw a perfect anhyzer shot all the way out over the dog yard, around the trees and let it glide in the wind all the way back to the basket. He was left with a 2 foot putt.

The best putt that I saw was on hole 3. The player was easily 30' to the left of the basket with a total suicide putt. He took aim, got distracted and backed away. Reset a second time, took aim and fired it fast and right into the dead center of the chains. He didn't even show any excitement, just picked up his disc with the "Yeap I hit big putts all the time" attitude. It was classic.

Richard

He yelled fore, which was how we saw it in the first place. It was a good decision because it was a tough hole. Of course I didn't want anyone to get hit. I actually hit the landing area in round 3 with a sidearm that went along the hillside on the left and came back hyzer a foot in front of the green. Didn't have the guts to go for it though.

The SVO was an amazing event. The most exciting part for me was the last 2 holes and a very close competition for the intermediate lead card.
I was shooting a "lights out" round and was catching the leaders. Dave Sawyer was leading Chris Hanau and I by 1 stroke on hole 5. Sawyer threw it down the hill taking a 4 while Chris and I saved par. The final hole (hole 6) had a 3 way tie for first place. Chris and I "go for it" and put it on the hillside. I believe it was Don who gave us both the safe signal. Then Dave Sawyer threw one onto the green. :confused:
Chris and I were ~20 feet past the basket and ~40 feet down the hill. My shot was furthest away. I would normally lay this one up, but something was telling me that I would never live this one down if I just laid up and Chris nailed. I had a mental strugle having my body tell me to go for it and my mind telling me to just lay it up. Finally I pumped up and fired. It nailed solid chains. That was by far my biggest putt of the weekend. This forced Chris Hanau to go for it. He made it seem much easier, stepped up and nailed it too. I was excited for both of us.
Ask anyone who saw these putts, this was the most excited I have ever experienced in a disc golf round. I hope I didn't disturb too many other players with my whooting and cheering.
I wish I could have given Chris a better challenge during the playoffs.
:D

Are the photos posted yet?

Who's in the hospital????

The photos are being reviewed and should be posted soon. We took over 1000 photos during Friday-Sunday. Once we have the photos uploaded, we will let everyone know.

Willie Lister is in the hospital and I do not have an update on his condition at this time.

I hope you enjoyed the event! Keep your eye open for details about next years Sun Valley Open. We have already begun the planning and have 4 sponsors on board already!

Richard

Thanks, Richard! I will be back next year.

Thanks, Richard! I will be back next year.



Me Too !!!!!

I hope ALL had a Great time !!!!

Maybe next year it will be called :

The Donny Olow Sun Valley Open !!!!! :D

It's customary to hold a "celebrity roast" in honor of the person who the tournament is named after.

That should be fun!!

Yes !!!!! I would love it !!!! :D

Thanks in advance !!!! :D

I wonder how much sponsorship will be required to change the name of the event?

Thank you for all your support this year Donny! It was greatly appreciated and helped make this first event very exciting. Are you on board as a sponsor for next year? We would love to have your name on the tournament discs again.

Richard

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You could put this photo on the tourney disc!!

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You could put this photo on the tourney disc!!



:D

You could put that on anything and would sell like hotcakes.

http://home.online.no/~smpeders/c-twitty.jpg

You could put this photo on the tourney disc!!



:D

You could put that on anything and would sell like hotcakes.



Almost looks like Elvis !!!!!

Thank You Very Much !!!! :cool:

I wonder how much sponsorship will be required to change the name of the event?

Thank you for all your support this year Donny! It was greatly appreciated and helped make this first event very exciting. Are you on board as a sponsor for next year? We would love to have your name on the tournament discs again.

Richard



Yes !!!! Just let me know what you need !!!

Thanks Again ,

Donny Olow

Good afternoon,

As some of you may be aware, Holeman Surf Design was one of the major sponsors for the 2007 Sun Valley Open. Not only did they sponsor a Tee-Sign, but they also provided some of the custom made jewelry that the ladies recieved. What you may not know was the behind the scenes. Without Holeman Surf Designs we would not have been able to pick up the quality baskets that were provided by Socal Disc Golf. Basically Holeman Surf design closed down their business for a day by providing us the use of their work truck. All so we could enjoy the sport we love! Their support of the 2007 Sun Valley Open was outstanding.

Holeman Surf Designs has also signed up as a sponsor for the 2008 Sun Valley Open!

Now, it is our turn to help support Holeman Surf Design. Andrea Holeman is going to be walking in the 3 Day Breast Cancer Walk on November 9-11 2007. A friend of the Holeman and Hockaday family recently passed away and Andrea has decided to do the 3 Day walk in honor of the family friend. She is currently seeking donations and sponsorship to help raise money to find a cure for Breast Cancer. If you would like to make a donation to help find a cure for Breast Cancer it would be very much appreciated. Lets show some support for one of our sponsors while at the same time helping our community! Please follow the link below if you are interested.

Andrea Holeman 3 Day Breast Cancer Donations (https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=202297&amp;lis=1&amp;kntae202297=E4 9AFE1F7E474F8C895C561370D0C635&amp;supId=164109693 )

If you make a donation, Let them know your one of the Disc Golfers!

Richard Hockaday
President of the SDA

Hi All,

It took some time to get all the photos, go through them, and then find some place to put'em, but at long last here are the event photos:

Photo Gallery - Sun Valley Open 2007 (http://s141.photobucket.com/albums/r61/rydordy/Sun%20Valley%20Open%202007/)

We would again like to Thank our Sponsors, as well as all the players who attended this awesome event. We hope the photo gallery will bring back some of the fun memories for those who battled all weekend at the SVO. If you were not there we'll see you next year!

Hi All,

It took some time to get all the photos, go through them, and then find some place to put'em, but at long last here are the event photos:

Photo Gallery - Sun Valley Open 2007 (http://s141.photobucket.com/albums/r61/rydordy/Sun%20Valley%20Open%202007/)

We would again like to Thank our Sponsors, as well as all the players who attended this awesome event. We hope the photo gallery will bring back some of the fun memories for those who battled all weekend at the SVO. If you were not there we'll see you next year!



Thank You Donny !!!
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